Describe the JVP waveform which may be seen in complete heart block

Cannon ‘a’ waves

Which germ layer is the thyroid gland primarily derived from?

Endoderm

In haemochromatosis on which chromosome is the affected gene?

Chromosome 6

Which infection commonly triggers aplastic crisis in sickle cell disease?

Parvovirus B19

Which insect vector is associated with Leishmaniasis infection?

Sandfly

Which serological marker can be used to make the diagnosis of hepatitis B infection during the ‘window period’?

Hepatitis B core antibody - IgM antibodies against hepatitis B core antigen (IgM anti-HBc)

List 3 cell types characteristically seen in tuberculous granulomas

1) Epithelioid macrophages

2) Langhans giant cells

3)Lymphocytes

Which organism is the commonest cause of septic arthritis in adults?

Staphylococcus aureus

Describe Traube’s sign

‘Pistol shot’ shot sound during systole and diastole heard on auscultation over the femoral artery

How may pregnancy affect the weight of the adrenals?

Increase in weight by almost 50%

Is prednisolone present in breast milk?

Yes

Which region of the brain is responsible for the swallowing reflex?

Medulla oblongata

List 3 ocular conditions which may occur in inflammatory bowel disease

1) Episcleritis

2) Uveitis

3) Conjunctivitis